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Ghana Tea Bread

Cultural Context

Originating from Ghana, Tea Bread is a beloved sweet loaf often enjoyed with tea or coffee. Traditionally made for special occasions, it embodies the warmth of Ghanaian hospitality. Today, this delightful bread has gained popularity beyond Ghana, with variations appearing in many West African communities and among diaspora.

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90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
400 grams bread flour
40 grams sugar
70 grams salted butter
30 grams powdered milk
1 teaspoon banana flavor
1 teaspoon nutmeg
10 grams dry yeast
1 teaspoon salt
150 grams low warm milk

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil reduces saturated fat while adding a unique flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with a distinct taste.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and adds a nutty flavor.

1

Mix all the dry ingredients together: flour, sugar, powdered milk, nutmeg, and salt.

2

Make a well in the middle and add the warm milk and banana flavor (optional).

3

Mix until combined.

4

Add the softened butter and knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth.

5

Place the dough in a bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rest for 18 minutes in a warm place.

6

After resting, divide the dough into four pieces.

7

Roll each piece into a square shape and pinch the edges together.

8

Place the shaped dough on a floured baking tray.

9

Cover and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1.5 hours.

10

Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F).

11

Bake for 20-25 minutes until done.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking trayoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Ghanaian Tea BreadSweet Bread

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